Does anyone have experience with cognitive behavioral therapy? I've used it to get my life back together after about a yearlong bout with depersonalization.

My question is about your process for finding a therapist. I've recently moved cross-country and am shopping around. At the time when I first looked for therapy, I stuck with the first person I spoke with because it was a crisis situation. Now, I have more time to meet people.

Would TRP categorically advise against a male seeing a female therapist? What are some of the variables TRP would recommend in looking for when looking for a therapist? What has your own experience been with therapy?